nw austin tx: Why should I buy a home now? FAQ #1 - 05/31/12 03:27 AM
Buyers ask me if they should buy a home now or wait for prices to go lower? Austin never felt the dip in the housing market like the rest of the country, yet since 2008 when the mortgage crisis hit buyers listened to the national news. That of course is like listening to the national weather report!!Real Estate is local. Since January 2012 through May the inventory did not build like usual for the spring market in Austin, Texas. Interest rates remain low. Prices are stable and moving upward so now the fence sitters are jumping off and trying to find … (15 comments)
nw austin tx: Just SOLD ~ 11104 Rio Vista Dr ~ Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin, Texas - 05/30/12 07:56 AM
Just SOLD ~ 11104 Rio Vista Drive ~Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin Texas Future NW Austin Buyers and Sellers: 11104 Rio Vista Drive in Canyon Creek closed courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, TX.
I had the pleasure to represent a wonderful couple who actually purchased this house when I had it listed a few years ago. They made some excellent upgrades, had their first child and now are in the process of building a new home. They listen to the stager I provided for them and worked diligently getting their home ready for market. Windows sparkled, … (15 comments)
Location...location...location...always the long sung tenet in real estate. So, when you get location plus a stylish home at a good price it’s a total package! This home at 9911 Lavera Drive will not disappoint, inside and out, with the modern touches these sellers have carefully selected. If a dream master customized closet and personal dressing area is on your wish list...you have found the perfect home! Entertaining will never be more envied as your guests spill out taking advantage of the spacious deck enjoying the … (2 comments)
nw austin tx: Tech Support Monday ~ 5-28-12 - 05/28/12 04:11 AM
Tech Support Monday ~ 5-28-12 Another week has flown by, the market is still alive and doing well and here it is Memorial Day ~ Monday morning! Hope you're having a great holiday week-end!!While waiting for your first cup of coffee to brew I thought I’d provide some levity to start the week!A woman called the Canon help desk with a problem with her printer:Tech Support: “Are you running it under windows?” Customer: “No, my desk is next to the door, but that is a good point. The man sitting in the cubicle next to me is under a window and his printer … (25 comments)
nw austin tx: June 2012 Austin Texas Events ~ Something For Everyone - 05/27/12 12:49 PM
June 2012 Austin Texas Events ~ Something For EveryoneMark your calendars we have an exciting line up for June in Austin Texas!We have tickets for Les Miserables at the Bass Concert Hall and can’t wait! There are events at the Harry Ransom Theater featuring “The King James Bible” and a very timely exhibit you won’t want to miss at the Texas Capitol Visitors Center “Every Veteran Has a Story to Tell.” Don’t miss “Snoop Dog” at Stubbs Bar-B-Q! Of course there is always the “Republic of Texas Biker Rally.”Bikers from far and wide come to Austin to participate..quite a showing from … (5 comments)
nw austin tx: NW Austin~JUST LISTED~10304 Kariba Cove Austin, TX 78726~Canyon Creek - 05/23/12 03:34 PM
NW Austin ~ JUST LISTED ~10304 Kariba Cove Austin, TX 78726 ~ Canyon Creek www.10304kariba.com This stately value priced 2 story brick home at 10304 Kariba Cove is nestled behind majestic oaks on a quiet interior cul-de-sac. You will admire the quiet elegance as you step into the 2 story foyer. A gathering with friends and family will be a special event in the open floor plan. The well-designed kitchen is waiting for you to update to your personal taste. This charming home just needs your creative ideas and some TLC. Relax on the spacious deck and enjoy the private backyard … (16 comments)
nw austin tx: “Fun in the Sun while the Business Still Runs” - 05/22/12 02:03 PM
This is an entry for thePositive Attitude for the Weary Soul Group Contest! | Fun in the Sun While the Business Still Runs! Join in on the Challenge! Balance is the key to success! If you really want to enjoy all that life has to offer you do need to schedule time for your own interests and time away from your work responsibilities.All of us “controllers” feel no one can possibly take over our duties but we are wrong....just create a workable plan and adhere to it! Even the energizer bunny needs its batteries recharged!We learned early in this business the … (29 comments)
nw austin tx: "Foodie" Fridays in Austin 5-18-12 - 05/18/12 03:56 AM
Foodie Fridays in AustinIt’s Friday again and time to make plans to eat out. Austin has so many interesting places to dine. There is something for everyone... new ones pop up and then there are the old time favorites. I’ve got some good choices this week if you’re in the mood for authentic Mexican cuisine in downtown Austin:
1. Guero’s Taco Bar http://www.guerostacobar.com/ Back in the late 1800’s Guero’s dining room was a local seed and feed store that was a local meeting place for many of South Austin’s characters. You knew there were dice games going on … (12 comments)
nw austin tx: A new app ~ beDJ ~ Only in Austin - 05/17/12 12:55 PM
This time a quintet of UT students founded another young Austin based company called Symplexum LLC. They have developed a smartphone application designed to connect to venues with visitors via music criticism. The app is called beDJ and it is intended to give users a method of rating music in public spaces while providing the owners of such venues with customer analytics. This sounds like a natural for Austin, Texas ..the live music capital! This app is aimed at the vendors (bars, stores, restaurants etc. ) to provide something to engage the customer! If the venue can entice the customer to … (16 comments)
nw austin tx: Austin Platinum Top 50's Annual Roundtable - 05/15/12 07:58 AM
This past December I was thrilled to be selected as a one of the 50 winners to be accepted in the Austin Platinum Top 50. It’s a great networking group and Amber Emerson Thomas the founder has our chapter off and running delving into some trending topics! Check out the 50 Austin winners on Facebook:www.facebook.com/PT50AustinLast week we met with the preferred affiliates at the PT 50’s Annual Roundtable at the Phillips Event Center. Amber has the knack for rolling out an event on a highly upbeat note! Thanks for arranging the event, Amber. Our place cards were numbered and we … (14 comments)
nw austin tx: Tech Support Monday ~ 5-14-12 - 05/14/12 03:43 AM
Tech Support Monday ~ 5-14-12Another week has flown by, the real estate market is still on fire, Mother's Day has come and gone and here it is Monday morning again!While you’re waiting for your first cup of coffee to brew I thought I’d provide some levity to start the week!
Customer: I have problems printing in red...Tech Support: Do you have a color printer?Customer: Aaaaahh....thank you. … (26 comments)
nw austin tx: NW Austin Recreation Center Gets A Facelift - 05/13/12 04:05 AM
NW Austin Recreation center gets a FaceliftThe Pickfair Recreation Center located in Northwest Austin at 10904 Pickfair Drive is going to undergo an up to $346,000 renovation this month of May 2012. This will bring the facility up to ADA standards.
The recreations center was built in 1988 and once served as the fire station for the Travis County Municipal Utility District. The city of Austin purchased the facility in 1998 and has recently been utilizing the building as a polling center.Renovations will be funded through the Parks and Recreation Department’s capital … (5 comments)
nw austin tx: Just Sold ~ 1863 Nelson Ranch Loop ~ NW Austin Texas - 05/12/12 03:48 AM
Just SOLD ~ 1863 Nelson Ranch Loop ~ NW Austin, TexasNW Austin Texas residents: Another NW Austin home just SOLD courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, TX. I had the pleasure to represent the buyers on the purchase of 1863 Nelson Ranch Loop. I listed and sold their home in Canyon Creek in NW Austin as they were wanting to smart size to a single story home. We found a newer single story in a community they felt would suit their needs. I approached an agent who had a “Coming Soon” sign in the yard and … (14 comments)
nw austin tx: Out of the Mouths of Babes - 05/11/12 01:03 PM
“Out of the mouths of babes” is often a saying we hear because children do have a way of saying things so honest and without any shades of color! I stumbled across some wonderful truths offered by children from D. B. Honea that I had to share: 1. No matter how hard you try, you can’t baptize cats.2. When your Mom is mad at your Dad, don’t let her brush your hair.3. If your sister hits you, don’t hit her back. They always catch the other person.4. Never ask your 3-year old brother to hold a tomato.5. You can’t trust … (15 comments)
nw austin tx: Austin Special Market Update - 05/10/12 03:43 PM
Independence Title sponsored a Special Austin Market Update this morning at the Barton Creek Country Club which I attended with colleagues Christina Harmon and Monica Suhnholz (son John was there too and graciously took our picture with Mark Sprague). The two great speakers were excellent and brought relevance to why Austin is where people want to move! Dr. Nola Wellman Superintendent of the Eanes ISD talked to us about why Eanes schools are on the cutting edge of the trends producing graduates who are ready for the workplace. She talked about the strategies they use to bring about their documented high … (6 comments)
nw austin tx: Just SOLD ~ 10801 Broken Brook Cove ~ Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin, Texas - 05/10/12 04:45 AM
Just SOLD ~ 10801 Broken Brook Cove ~ Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin, TexasNW Austin Texas residents: Another Canyon Creek NW Austin home just SOLD courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, TX. I had the pleasure to represent the sellers on a lovely single story home at 10801 Broken Brook Cove in Canyon Creek. They called to list their home when they knew they were going to relocate out of Austin. We discussed what they would need to accomplish in readying their home, the correct list price and the right timing to position their home for maximum exposure to … (8 comments)
nw austin tx: Tech Support Monday ~ 5-7-12 - 05/07/12 04:58 AM
Tech Support Monday ~ 5-7-12Another week has flown by and looks like the spring real estate market is still on fire and here it is Monday morning again!While you’re waiting for your first cup of coffee to brew I thought I’d provide some levity to start the week!
Tech Support: Good day. How may I help you? Male Customer: Hello...I can’t print. Tech Support: Would you click on “start” for me and... Customer: Listen pal; don’t start getting technical on me! I’m not Bill Gates. … (12 comments)
nw austin tx: Just SOLD ~ 9912 Lavera Drive ~ Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin, Texas - 05/05/12 04:55 AM
Just SOLD ~ 9912 Lavera Drive ~ Canyon Creek ~ NW Austin, TexasFuture NW Austin Buyers and Sellers: 9912 Lavera Drive in NW Austin closed courtesy of Dorie Dillard, Coldwell Banker United Realtors in Austin, TX. I had the pleasure to represent a wonderful couple who I consulted with over the last couple of years concerning timing on selling their home. The kids were gone and it was time to simplify life and make what I like to call a smart size move!They took my advice on some cost effective upgrades to enhance the sale of their home, listened to the … (23 comments)
nw austin tx: Fun Facts of Cinco de Mayo for 2012 - 05/04/12 06:57 PM
Fun Facts of Cinco de Mayo for 2012Events are being planned to celebrate Cinco de Mayo here in Austin. Test your knowledge of Cinco de Mayo with this fascinating Cinco de Mayo trivia quiz provided by our building managers: CBRE. There are a total of 12 trivia questions. Answers to the Cinco de Mayo fact trivia can be found at the bottom of this page.1. Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of which national heritage?a) Spanish b) French c) Brazilian d) American e) Mexican2. As a holiday, Cinco de Mayo is meant to commemorate what?a) The fight for independence b) A … (14 comments)
This exciting 2 story Austin white stone home at 10604 Chestnut Ridge Rd. with its enviable 3 car garage and angled front entry could be the end to your new home search! Whether gathered around the tile surround fireplace with gas starter or in the kitchen with the chef, the open floor plan allows for plenty of laughter and conversation. The wall of windows across the back of the home filters in plenty of natural sunlight offering a … (11 comments)
Welcome to my ActiveRain real estate blog and profile. I'm a Realtor with Coldwell Banker United and specialize in NW Austin. Once a school teacher I still like the learning process. Only now I enjoy learning what dreams my clients have and what I can do to help them.
Disclaimer: ActiveRain Corp. does not necessarily endorse the real estate agents, loan officers and brokers listed on this site. These real estate profiles, blogs and blog entries are provided here as a courtesy to our visitors to help them make an informed decision when buying or selling a house. ActiveRain Corp. takes no responsibility for the content in these profiles, that are written by the members of this community.
Buyers ask me if they should buy a home now or wait for prices to go lower? Austin never felt the dip in the housing market like the rest of the country, yet since 2008 when the mortgage crisis hit buyers listened to the national news. That of course is like listening to the national weather report!!Real Estate is local. Since January 2012 through May the inventory did not build like usual for the spring market in Austin, Texas. Interest rates remain low. Prices are stable and moving upward so now the fence sitters are jumping off and trying to find … (15 comments)
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